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March Madness Ski weekend, March 23-25, 2018

Based out of the Lake Louise Alpine Center, the long weekend will be spent climbing and skiing some of the Rockies greatest peaks. The end of March is an excellent time of year to climb and ski the high peaks in and around Lake Louise, Field B.C and North towards Jasper on the 93N.

In previous years, the AAA Guides have made accents of Mt Victoria N Summit, Cathedral Peak, Mt Field, Cirque Peak, Crowfoot and Mt Hector. With long warm spring days and a deep well settled snow-pack, join the AAA Guides for a great weekend of peak bagging and skiing!

This trip is great for intermediate to advanced back country skiers who love skiing and adventure.

Additional Information

Trip Dates	March 23-25, 2018
What's Included	Certified Mountain Guide 2 nights shared accommodation in the Lake Louise Hostel
Gear List	• Skis, I recommend a shorter (160 – 185cm) mid-fat to fat ski designed for powder and spring snow conditions • Climbing skins • Ski Poles/ split boarders too • Ski boots/ snowboard boots • Avalanche beacon with fresh batteries • Snow shovel • Avalanche probe • Daypack, 35-45 L • Sunglasses and ski goggles • Thermos flask and or water bottle • Sun block & Lip Cream • Pocket knife • Headlamp with fresh batteries • small Blister & 1st-Aid Kit • -7 sleeping bag, if staying in hut or hostel • Camera • Personal Toilet Items • If tour is glaciated: • Lightweight climbing harness for glacier travel, • 3 locking caribiners, 2 non locking caribiners • 2 4-6 m long 6mm cord, 1 sewn sling Clothing List It is recommended to bring light clothing of varying thicknesses that can be ‘layered’ to achieve comfort and versatility. The most important consideration for clothing is the ability to regulate temperature as you change from periods of activity to periods of rest and from the ascent to the descent. • Polypro underwear (top & bottom) • Warm pants (nylon blend, insulated or fleece) • Warm shirts (not cotton) • Medium weight fleece sweater • Fleece Jacket • Light insulated jacket or vest • Waterproof jacket with hood (Gore-Tex or nylon) • Waterproof pants (Gore-Tex or nylon, with side zippers) • Socks x 2 • Wool or fleece hat • Waterproof ski gloves or mitts • Neck tube/balaclava • Sunhat • Casual clothing to wear in the hut, t-shirt
Insurance	We highly recommend purchasing Trip Cancellation Insurance